Jerrod Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Jerrod is a name with Hebrew origins meaning 'descent'. It has evolved through various forms over time, including Yered and Jerod. The name reflects traits of strength and reliability and does not have biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the late 20th century and is associated with notable individuals in the entertainment industry.
The name Jerrod is most popular in Oklahoma, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Jerrod has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Jerrod' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 6773rd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4512th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 585th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 573rd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1666th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4176th out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 23525th out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Jerrod' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jerrod"
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒɛrəd/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Jerrod is derived from the Hebrew name 'Yered', which means 'to descend' or 'to bring down'.
Meaning
descent
Language Evolution
Yered, Jerod, Jerrid, Jerrod
Historical Usage
The name Jerrod gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Jared, Jerrid, Jerod
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Jerrod is viewed as a strong and classic name that conveys a sense of reliability and strength.
Famous People
Jerrod Carmichael, Jerrod M. McCoy
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jerrod"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Jerrod"
"Jerrod" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 6773rd of 6773 | 5 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 4512th of 7552 | 48 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 585th of 10718 | 3,045 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 573rd of 16616 | 4,659 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1666th of 24088 | 1,298 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 4176th of 23106 | 296 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 23525th of 27321 | 10 |
Regional Popularity of "Jerrod" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
15.76% 463rd/2937 |
27.22% 948th/3483 |
17.14% 603rd/3518 |
14.69% 594th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
12.51% 461st/3685 |
19.91% 891st/4475 |
9.28% 482nd/5194 |
12.16% 768th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
34.24% 1569th/4582 |
49.40% 2551st/5164 |
20.01% 1463rd/7313 |
29.93% 2234th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
63.97% 4364th/6822 |
75.38% 4731st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Jerrod" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Jerrod"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jerrod" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.